Obituaries

Obituary: Robert Smith

Robert “Bob” M. Smith, 73, of Longmeadow, MA and formerly of Enfield, entered into eternal rest on Monday (May 13, 2013) at Baystate Medical Center, Springfield, MA. Bob was the beloved husband of 35 years to Susan (Webber) Smith.

He was born Dec. 31, 1939 in Stafford Springs, son of the late Marshall and Beatrice (Ramsey) Smith, and retired in 2003 from the town of Agawam, MA Custodial Dept. after 25 years of service; he also worked at the Riverview Dairy and managed the Chuck Wagon Restaurant, both in Enfield. In his leisure time, he enjoyed golfing, fishing and relaxing at the beach.

Besides his loving wife, Susan, he is survived by his children: Kathy Lavallee and husband David, Ellen Ludemann, Robert Smith and wife Ginger, and William Smith and wife Eva, all of Enfield, and James R. Smith of  Longmeadow; his seven beloved grandchildren: Christopher, Zachary, Joshua, Hannah, Ryan, Megan and Chelsea; and great-grandchild Tegan. He is also survived by two sisters: Ruth Boucher and husband Fred of Enfield, and Carol Starbard of Springfield, along with many nieces, nephews and cousins.

Relatives and friends may gather with his family during calling hours Friday (May 17, 2013) from 4-7 p.m. at Browne Memorial Funeral Chapels, 43 Shaker Rd., Enfield. Funeral services for Bob will be held Saturday (May 18, 2013) at 10 a.m. with Fr. John Melnick officiating at the funeral home. Burial will be private at the convenience of the family in Hillcrest Park Cemetery, Springfield.

Memorial donations in his memory may be made to St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital, P.O. Box 3704, Memphis, TN 38173-3704, to Little Sisters of the Poor, 1365 Enfield Street, Enfield, CT 0682, or to a charity of the donor’s choice.

For online condolences and/or directions, go to: www.brownefuneralhome.com.


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